Author Archives: Brandon Alexander

Shampoo, 1974, ComedyPlot: A male hairdresser, who’s only in the business to sleep with his female clients, attempts to keep his life in order as things begin to unfold and he is forced to grow up. Thoughts: This was an entertaining movie and it was fitting that nearly every scene had some sex in it.Continue reading “Shampoo”

Hot Tub Time Machine, 2010, ComedyPlot: Three guys and one of those guys’ nephew go to their favorite resort to cheer up one of their buddies. When they party in a hot tub, it turns into a time machine and they are brought back to the year 1986. Thoughts: This movie was what I expected it toContinue reading “Hot Tub Time Machine”

The Expendables, 2010, MEGA ActionPlot: Sly Stallone leads a group of mercenaries against a corrupt dictator of a small island in the Caribbean. Thoughts: This movie had more story than I thought it was going to have…and that’s not a good thing. I really wanted nothing but action but all I got was cheesy andContinue reading “The Expendables”

G.I. Joe: The Rise of the Cobra, 2009, Action Plot: Taking its cue from the toy-line and 80s cartoon, G.I. Joe hopes to make something childish, cool…it didn’t work. Thoughts: The action and fight scenes were by far the best part of the film. The graphics were sub-par and many scenes were obviously green screen.Continue reading “G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra”

A Man for All Seasons, 1966, DramaBased on the stage play of the same name this is the story of a man, Sir Thomas More who refuses to compromise his beliefs for King Henry VII. Thoughts: A beautifully acted film. Writing about it makes me want to watch it again since I only had the opportunity to watchContinue reading “A Man for All Seasons”

Oceans, 2009, Documentary Plot: A look at how our largest bodies of water affect our everyday lives and why they are good for us. Thoughts: Boring is what sums this up. If you want to get me excited about being more eco-friendly, please don’t produce detritus and try to pass it off as a DisneyContinue reading “Oceans”

How Smart Are Animals?, 2011, DocumentaryPlot: A Look at how we perceive animals intelligence and the actuality of it. Thoughts: This was a really good look that wasn’t your standard “dolphins smart” “birds talk”. It repeated much information that I already know but also showed me other things. One of the things that surprised meContinue reading “How Smart Are Animals?”

Chinatown, 1974, Mystery Plot: In this film noir movie, directed by Roman Polanski, we see a private detective (played by Jack Nicholson) in 1930s Los Angeles stuck in the middle of a murder mystery. Thoughts: I really enjoyed this film. Jack Nicholson is still one of the most underrated actors in the game, nearly everyContinue reading “Chinatown”

MacGruber, 2010, ComedyPlot: Based on the SNL skit that’s based on the TV show MacGyver, this follows the return of military crime fighter ___ MacGruber. Thoughts: This movie had some very funny parts and was very well produced. Some of the comedy wasn’t up my alley but I can see how some people could appreciateContinue reading “MacGruber”

Quiz Show, 1994, DramaPlot: Based on a book that is about one of the contestants of the famous game show “21”, we get a look at the scandal and drama that unfolds when one contestant is asked to take a dive, giving rise to another, better looking contestant. Thoughts: This was a well done filmContinue reading “Quiz Show”